Disclosure: I received samples in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.

If you are looking for an palatable way to increase Omega-3s in your child’s diet, consider Brainiac Kids Applesauce. After hearing about all of the research about how Omega-3s are vital for optimal brain nutrition, our family has been trying various foods and supplements to up our Omega-3 intake.

Brainiac Kids Applesauce contains Omega-3 DHA/EPA, Omega-3 ALA, and Choline, all of which have been found to support brain health. I was a bit curious to see if the applesauce would taste “fishy”, as many Omega-3 supplements do, but it did not! There is no added sugar, but the applesauce still has a nice naturally sweet taste. I think even the pickiest eaters would approve. My whole family gave it an enthusiastic thumbs up!

Brainiac Kids Applesauce comes in a convenient pouch that is easy to pack in a school lunch or on the go snack. Of course, with everyone home, there is no need to pack school lunches right now, but applesauce is still one of the kids’ favorite at-home snacks.

Brainiac Kids Applesauce comes in three flavors:

• Apple
• Apple Cinnamon
• Apple Strawberry

Where to Purchase

Brainiac Kids Applesauce can be purchased on their website here. Brainiac Kids products, including their yogurt, are also available at a store near you.

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Disclosure: I received samples in order to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own.

Today I am sharing another discovery from my New Hope Blogger Box: Otamot Organic Essential Sauce. Our family has pasta, usually with tomato sauce, about once a week. It is definitely one of our staple meals. Therefore, I was excited about trying Otamot (that’s tomato, spelled backwards!) sauce.

I love the story behind the company. A dad wanted his picky daughter to eat more nutrients, so he invented Otamot sauce, which contains vegetables, vitamins, antioxidants and no added sugar.

Otamot sauces come in the following delicious flavors:

• Organic Essential Sauce
• Spicy Organic Sauce
• Organic Carrot Bolognese Sauce

I really like the cheerful distinctive packaging design. Even better is that the wholesome ingredient list is right on the front of the label. Look at all of those organic vegetables! I think most people could benefit from increasing their vegetable intake, and Otamot sauce is a delicious way to do so. Another benefit is that each serving contains 6 grams of dietary fiber.

Otamot Organic Essential Sauce was a hit with my family. I thought it might be a difficult adjustment from other jarred sauces since it does not contain any added sugar. Although the Otamot sauce does have a more savory taste, the carrots, sweet potato and butternut squash add a natural sweetness. We tried the sauce on pasta, but the label also suggests that it can be used for pizza, dips, and soups. I cannot wait to experiment more with the different varieties of Otamot sauces and incorporate more vegetables into our meals.

Where To Purchase

Otamot Essential Sauces can be purchased on their website or at a store near you. I am hopeful that they will be more widely available soon!

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Disclosure: I received samples in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.

Have you heard of Pipsnacks? They are a family company that started out with heirloom popcorn and expanded their line to include cheese balls, corn dippers, and now…heirloom snack crackers! Just like all of their other products, Pipsnacks crackers are made from heirloom corn.

I came across Pipsnacks when I received a bag of Pipcorn Broccoli Cheddar Cheese Balls as part of the New Hope Blogger Box.

These cheese balls were an immediate hit in our house! It turns out that Pipcorn Crackers were born as a way to use the heirloom corn flour that was leftover from making their cheese balls. Love that idea of sustainable upcycling!

But, back to the crackers. Pipcorn Heirloom Snack Crackers come in three delicious flavors:

• Cheddar
• Sea Salt
• Everything

We really love the thin and crisp texture of these little triangle-shaped crackers. They are a better-for-you snack since they are baked, not fried, and contain zero trans fat. They are non-gmo, gluten-free and do not contain any artificial colors or flavors. Even the box is made from 100% recycled material! These crackers would be a perfect snack to pack for school lunches. However, now that we are doing school at home, they are a great “anytime” snack as well. Are you all snacking a lot more at home like us?

Where to Purchase

Pipsnacks products can be purchased on their website or at a store near you. I was excited to see that they are sold at my local Sprouts and Whole Foods stores.

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Disclosure: I received samples in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.

Springtime is here, and I recently discovered the perfect snack if you are searching for a bite-size sweet: Wiley Wallaby Organic Bites.

Wiley Wallaby Organic Bites are small licorice candies that have a satisfying soft and chewy texture. They come in four delicious flavors:

• Strawberry
• Tropical
• Mixed Berry
• Black Licorice

Wiley Wallaby’s Organic line is unique because it uses organic cane sugar and real fruit juice and does not contain GMO’s, high fructose corn syrup, or artificial colors and flavors.

My kids were eager to do a taste test.

They both liked the Strawberry flavor best, but it was a close call!

Where to Purchase

Wiley Wallaby products can be purchased on their website, or a retailer near you.

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Disclosure: I received a sample in order to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own.

Our spring break officially started today, which also happens to be Pi Day! Since we are not sure how long this “break” will actually last yet (*wink*), I have been trying to think of activities that will keep us from being bored at home.

We recently had the opportunity to try out Kidstir, a subscription cooking kit for kids. We received the March 2020 box and the theme was Pi or “pie”. This box included a Kidstir apron, a “Perfect Pie Cutter” and special pie-themed labels. In addition, the box included colorful recipe pages for:

• Fun Day Frittata Pie
• Primo Pasta Pie
• Chill Out Choco Pie

These pages also include fun factoids and activities for the kids and tips for their adult helpers. The pages are hole-punched and can be put in a binder so that kids can create their own personal cookbook. (An official Kidstir binder is included with a 12 month subscription. The binder shown in these pictures is one that I already had.) I like the idea of kids having a notebook of tried and true recipes. This is something that my mom has already started doing with my kids.

Fun Day Frittata Pie

Although we eat eggs quite often around here, I am not sure we have ever made a frittata before. My son is an eager helper in the kitchen; I hope this continues into adulthood! He had fun chopping the bell pepper and cracking the eggs. Although he is not usually a big fan of bell peppers or tomatoes, he ate them in the frittata because he helped make it. (Isn’t it funny how that works?) We ate this delicious frittata for dinner and had a little bit left over for breakfast the next day. Our family thought this recipe called for a too much salt, but that is part of the recipe-testing process. It shows kids how recipes sometimes need to be adjusted to fit your own personal taste.

Primo Pasta Pie

I would never have thought to make pasta into a “pie”, so this was an especially fun recipe to try. My kids like to watch cooking competition shows and we are always impressed with the presentation. This recipe called for a springform pan, which my son had never used before. I was amazed that one box of cooked rigatoni pasta, stood upright, fit perfectly into the pan! There is also a recipe to make smaller versions in a mug, which is useful if you do not own a springform pan.

Chill Out Choco Pie

Of course, you cannot have a pie theme without a pie for dessert, right? This Chill Out Choco Pie is simple to make, even for younger kids. It is always amazing to watch heavy cream turn into whipped cream simply by incorporating air.

How To Subscribe

Kidstir kits can be purchased by month, three month, six month, or twelve month subscriptions here. These kits make a great gift that will inspire kids to cook and keep them busy in the kitchen.

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Disclosure: I received samples in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.

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Have you had a stroopwafel before? According to Wikipedia,

A stroopwafel is a wafer cookie made from two thin layers of baked dough joined by a caramel filling. 

Rip Van Wafels is a company that makes a variety of such wafels. While they taste like an indulgent, delicious treat, Rip Van Wafels are unique because of their low sugar content (3 g of sugar) and 6 g of fiber per serving. In addition, they contain no artificial flavors, trans-fat, preservatives, or high-fructose corn syrup, which is something to cheer about.

My family did a taste test and loved the delicious crispy yet chewy texture. They kept wanting to eat more, but I told them I needed to finish my blog post first!

Rip Van Wafels come in the following flavors:

• Dutch Caramel & Vanilla
• Chocolate Brownie
• Honey & Oats
• Cookies & Cream
• Snickerdoodle

I especially enjoyed the oat-y flavor of the Honey & Oats.

Rip Van Wafels are the perfect snack to accompany your coffee or tea. If you place one on top of a hot drink, the steam will warm up the wafel and soften the filling-yum. They also taste really good with a cold glass of milk–just ask my kids!

Where To Purchase

Rip Van Wafels can be purchased through their website, Amazon, or at a store near you.

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Disclosure: I received samples in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.

We are a smoothie-loving family. Smoothies are a delicious and refreshing way to take in nutrients. We recently had the opportunity to try Everipe Superfood Smoothies. These smoothie kits contain freeze-dried fruit and other natural ingredients (with NO added sugar). In addition, these plant-based smoothies can be stored in your pantry for up to a year. All you have to add is ice and water (or any type of milk), so you will always be smoothie-ready!

Everipe Superfood Smoothie Kits come in the following delicious flavors:

• Strawberry Bananza
• Piña Colossal
• Unbelievaberry
• Tropical Zing
• Cocoa Mojo

Note: Please be sure to check the individual ingredient lists for any allergens, including ground almonds.

Everipe smoothies are so easy to make. Just follow these simple directions:

1. Pour ingredients from outer pouch + superfood packet into blender.
2. Add 1 cup of water (or your favorite milk) and 1 cup of ice.
3. Blend for AT LEAST 60 seconds for a truly creamy smoothie.

My daughter really enjoyed her Everipe Unbelievaberry smoothie. To get an idea of why Everipe smoothies are called “superfood” smoothies, the Unbelievaberry flavor contains:

Mulberries – source of fiber, protein, vitamins and minerals.

Mango – vitamin C, folic acid, potassium, calcium, iron, magnesium, whoa!

Raspberries – anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, age-resisting, disease fighting.

Blueberries – packed with fiber, potassium, folate, vitamin C, vitamin B6, and phytonutrients

Chia seeds – great source of fiber and omega-3 fatty acids

Plant based hulled hearts –  high in protein, amino acids and an antioxidant powerhouse

Pomegranate – rich in vitamin C, potassium, and fiber.

Beet root powder –  beetroots are a great source of fiber, folate (vitamin B9), manganese, potassium, iron, and vitamin C

We used regular milk and the smoothie had a nice fruity-creamy taste. One packet makes a 12 oz. smoothie. Perfect after-school snack!

Where To Buy Everipe Smoothie Kits

Everipe Smoothie Kits can be purchased through their website. Shipping is free within the continental United States!

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